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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V36 EAEMOT history

V36 EAE is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

V36 EAE green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,422 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 EAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 EAE was last recorded at 144,422 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 May 2023: 144,053 miles, lower than 144,159 miles on 23 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,210 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
212 miles
Average per year
3,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,422 miles
  • 2023 – 144,210 miles
  • 2022 – 144,159 miles
  • 2019 – 143,699 miles
  • 2018 – 141,698 miles
  • 2016 – 138,226 miles
  • 2015 – 135,970 miles
  • 2014 – 133,756 miles
  • 2013 – 127,629 miles
  • 2012 – 122,622 miles
  • 2010 – 114,177 miles
  • 2009 – 104,835 miles
  • 2008 – 97,441 miles
  • 2007 – 85,898 miles
  • 2006 – 76,090 miles
  • 2005 – 65,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,422 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,422 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,422 miles
    Test number
    689201213237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,210 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,210 miles
    Test number
    760020585687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail144,053 miles (-106)4 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,053 miles
    Test number
    297653779564
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  4. Pass144,159 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    144,159 miles
    Test number
    992567478731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    143,699 miles
    Test number
    400481844162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,699 miles (+2,001)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,699 miles
    Test number
    928423385642
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass141,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    141,698 miles
    Test number
    150937824195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,698 miles (+3,472)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,698 miles
    Test number
    684175160633
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
  9. Pass138,226 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    138,226 miles
    Test number
    628649857713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,970 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    135,970 miles
    Test number
    755087345273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,756 miles (+6,127)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    133,756 miles
    Test number
    646597214204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,629 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,629 miles
    Test number
    138245203293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,340 miles (+2,718)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    125,340 miles
    Test number
    156136633062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass122,622 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    122,622 miles
    Test number
    939762152059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail122,612 miles (+8,435)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,612 miles
    Test number
    185722632080
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass114,177 miles (+9,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    114,177 miles
    Test number
    304063340245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  17. Pass104,835 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,835 miles
    Test number
    352342039425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,441 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    97,441 miles
    Test number
    830943438231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,437 miles (+11,539)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,437 miles
    Test number
    712792538237
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass85,898 miles (+9,808)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    85,898 miles
    Test number
    462710737241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail76,090 miles6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,090 miles
    Test number
    290156936272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass76,090 miles (+10,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    76,090 miles
    Test number
    361886736204
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass65,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    65,907 miles
    Test number
    570648435233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V36 EAE

Does V36 EAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 EAE is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V36 EAE?
The MOT on V36 EAE is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 EAE done?
V36 EAE was recorded at 144,422 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 3,876 miles a year.
Has V36 EAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 EAE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V36 EAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V36 EAE find?
V36 EAE passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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